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When to Plant Carrots in Lawrence County, OH

Carrots

Carrots are a popular root vegetable available in orange, purple, white, and yellow varieties. They are rich in beta-carotene and have a sweet, earthy flavor.

Lawrence County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 23 and the first fall frost is October 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 181 days.

At an elevation of 1,332 feet, Lawrence County receives approximately 37.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Carrots during the growing season.

Lawrence County, OH (Zone 7a) Moderate season
181 days
Last Spring Frost April 23
181 growing days
First Fall Frost October 21

Lawrence County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Carrots Planting Timeline — Lawrence County, OH

Carrots Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 9 Apr 9 – Apr 30
Harvest June 11 Jun 11 – Jul 16
Fall Sowing August 12 Aug 12 – Aug 26

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Direct Sow
May
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–80 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.8 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

181 days in Lawrence County

Growing Tips for Lawrence County

Sow seeds directly in loose, stone-free soil for straight roots. Keep soil moist until germination which can take 2-3 weeks. Thin seedlings to 2 inches apart.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Dill
  • Parsnip

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🌾 Save Your Own Carrots Seeds
Life Cycle Biennial
Pollination Cross-Pollinated (insects)
How to Collect Replant roots for 2nd year flowers. Harvest umbels when brown.
Storage Store airtight; viable 3 years at 35°F, under 50% humidity.

Isolate 1/2 mile from Queen Anne's Lace (wild carrot). Biennial — requires two seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Carrots in Lawrence County, OH?

Lawrence County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 23. Plan your Carrots planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Lawrence County, OH?

Lawrence County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 23 and first fall frost is October 21.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Lawrence County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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